Ensnared

We have musician Arlo Indigo in the studio. Stick around for the end for an exclusive live performance from his new album "Normalized Cringe," out now. We get into his early days playing in a successful high school band out in Alaska, making the move to Portland at 21, and what that shift did for him creatively. The conversation drifts into the New York City scene today and what it actually looks...

We have Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Josh Klinghoffer in the studio in this one. The music legend started his professional career in the 90's at the age of 17 for The Bicycle Thief, played with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and now currently with Pearl Jam. We talk about his early career and how he got started playing music, and how that has always stayed with him. We also get into his new album A Drop...

We have local NYC artists D'lourdes, Janna Jamison, and Franny Menace in the studio in this one. Our first full house episode, the three musicians pull up to chat about their upcoming show at Baby’s All Right in Brooklyn on 6/28, and how this bill came together through the NYC music scene and the social media sphere. It’s an affable, easy conversation that gets into how they all met, started worki...

We have Hanna Hecht, host of punk-ish radio, live in the studio in this one. Hanna joins Sam to catch up the best way they know how - live on air. This is the most highly anticipated, the most long-awaited broadcast of 2026. Enjoy foolery, silliness, and beautiful banter.

We have Jacqui from Navita in the studio for this one. Stay for the end of the episode for an exclusive performance live in studio! She shares the story behind their new single Lima-shaped pool and the leap it took to get there. Jacqui discusses walking away from a career in fashion to fully commit to music, and how that decision reshaped both their sound and path as an artist. Discover how that a...

We have Deer Tick’s John McCauley and Dennis Ryan in the studio for this one. They share their creative process and the journey behind their new album Coin-O-Matic. They discuss building their home studio and how recording outside a traditional setting shaped their approach to songwriting and production. Discover how experimenting with custom setups like the drumbrella and embracing imperfections,...

We have Hiro Magnus in the studio for this one. She shares her creative process and the journey behind her debut album "How Do You Leave a Warm Dark Place." She discusses her eclectic background, rooted in punk and singer-songwriter music, and how it shaped her approach to songwriting and recording. Discover the themes and emotional arc that define her album, and how she navigated self-doubt and a...

We drop into a deep cut from a recent interview with Kramer (Shimmy-Disc) and Michael Minzer (Paris Records) in this one. We talk about how Kramer’s work with Gregory Corso, Ginsburg, and others shaped a unique world of sound and words. Their stories reveal how sound manipulation, past recordings, and raw emotion come together to create timeless art. Enjoy a history lesson wrapped in poetry, exper...

We have Brian Cropp and Jake Baynum from No Stupid Questions in the studio in this one. This local indie rock band is making waves in the city with their upcoming show at Brooklyn Bowl 4/28. We get into how the guys met post-pandemic, their transition from a cover band, and how their recording process has progressed into releasing their new single "Taught Me the Game " was recorded. While there ma...

We sit down with Jason Balla of Accessory and Dehd in this one. He shares his journey from emo bands to solo experimentation. Discover how DIY scenes and raw musicianship shape his sound, and get insights into Accessory's upcoming album Dust out 4/17. This episode explores vulnerability, creativity, and the power of music as a tool for growth and healing. Perfect for anyone seeking authenticity in...

We sit down with comedian Aditya Mayya in the studio for this one. A longtime friend and keyboardist for ALICE ELLIOT, Aditya dives into the development of his one man show centered around suicide, a personal project that balances weight with humor. We get into his writing process and just how gratifying a well written joke can be while building something this personal. While the subject matter ru...

We sit down with Shy Pit for this one. The project of Mikey Hassick, Shy Pit returns to the show ahead of the upcoming album Blesser, continuing to build on the project’s sound and direction. We talk about the new record, how it’s coming together, and what’s been going into this next phase. We also get into revisiting the project, what’s changed since the last time on the show, and where things ar...

We sit down with Syd Taylor in this one. The LA-based artist and former Stereo Jane member is stepping into her own with her debut solo album After the Fact, a fully self-produced project that marks a new chapter. We get into breaking out on her own, trusting her instincts, and the process behind building something that actually feels like you.

We sit down with Lucas Deysine in this one. The owner of For The Record, a coffee shop and vinyl record store on Manhattan Avenue in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, shares his journey from the hospitality world into building a space that blends expertly roasted coffee with a curated collection of vinyl, music concerts and live listening events, all with the goal of bringing community together around music a...

We sit down with Ethan Silver in this one. The DIRT bandmate shares his demo process, how it feels to play live shows, and the journey that led to our latest release, Severed. He also gives a sneak preview of our upcoming singles “Friend” and “Down with the Sunshine,” offering insight into our studio approach and the sound we’re building with DIRT. Tune in for an intimate conversation about music,...

We sit down with good friend Spencer Brigman-Cáceres in this one. The bassist from the band Homescreen shares his musical background, how we first met, and the journey that led him to creating his latest work. He also gives a sneak preview of his newest demo straight from his studio, offering insight into his songwriting process and the sound he’s shaping with Homescreen.

We sit down with Jacob Rudin again, also known as NTHNL, in this one. The artist behind What Kind of World Is This? joins us before his month-long, nonstop U.S. tour supporting the record. I caught his show album release show at Night Club 101 and we dive into the deeper questions driving the album and the full length move he produced for it.

We sit down with Kasey Porter and Jon Daly of bandNada in this one. bandNada.com is a creative music organization that brings musicians and fans together by helping local artists find shows, post events, and connect with audiences. We talk about how they started the organization out of a love for community and DIY music culture, what inspired the Band Lottery concept where musicians are randomly g...

It’s episode 150 and I’m flying solo in this one. A milestone moment calls for a stacked playlist and some reflection, weaving together tracks like “Control” by postergirl, “Moussas Finest” by Athletic Progression, “Squeeze” by Jake Amy featuring Erica Tucceri, “Light My Fire Again” by Reti, “Be Easy” by Kartell, “Pachinko King” by Don Glori featuring M.L. Hall, and “Feels So Wrong” by Mamalarky....

We sit down with Phoebe Rings in this one. Crystal Choi and Simeon Kavanagh-Vincent from the Auckland-born dream-pop collective joins us to talk about their creative process, the meaning behind their new album, Aseurai, and what it was like hitting the road last year during their international touring cycle with The Beths. Tune in for an intimate Zoom interview conducted as the band was in an Uber...

We sit down with my brother Gus Wolff in this one. We talk about the early days when we wanted to start a podcast together while he was living in NYC and Gus' latest favorite music. He breaks down his Spotify Top 5, featuring tracks like “I Want You Fever” by Momma, “Dog Days” by Dehd, and “The Boy” by Rochelle Jordan, plus favorites from Jessie Ware, Sheryl Crow, and Jess Williamson. From indie r...

We sit down with Mothé in this one. The Los Angeles–based indie pop artist, known for their genre-blending sound and dynamic live shows, reflects on their creative process and the energy of touring last year on the Total Popstar Tour, where they played venues across the U.S. and brought new music to fans on the road. We talk about how their latest releases came together, what inspires their songwr...

We sit down with my good friend Chris Kulesza in this one. On a sunny Saturday, we catch up about everything from him attending the No Kings protest on 7th Ave to somehow ending up doing college radio without me. We also get into discovering a new club called Refuge, the energy of the city right now, and the kind of conversations that only happen between old friends. It’s loose, honest, and full o...

We sit down with Bryant Denton in this one. The host of Life Support on Radio Free Brooklyn joins us for a lively conversation about his house music days, unforgettable concert stories, and the love of karaoke nights.

We sit down with Mister Neth in this one. Brooklyn‑based musician and multi‑instrumentalist Ken O’Rourke, who performs under his Mister Neth moniker, talks about his latest project, Talkin’ With Toby EP, sharing the creative spirit behind the songs and how he crafts his sound from start to finish. Tune in for a candid conversation about his artistic journey, creative process, and what inspires his...